Trump team may rescue Spirit Airlines after blaming Biden for blocking JetBlue merger IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 22
White House close to deal of up to $500m to rescue ailing Spirit Airlines Rising costs have continued to plague the company, now facing soaring fuel costs due to the war with Iran The Guardian - US · Apr 22
Did JetBlue Just Admit the Quiet Part Out Loud? JetBlue is in hot water after accidentally saying the quiet part out loud when it comes to airline pricing. The Mary Sue · Apr 22
JetBlue told a grieving customer to clear his cookies after a $230 price hike—then deleted the evidence The FTC has been studying surveillance pricing since 2024 and recently its chairman told a Senate committee it may be time to review its disclosure rules for companies. Fortune · Apr 21
JetBlue Faces Surveillance Pricing Accusations After '$230 Ticket Increase' Viral Tweet Sparks Backlash JetBlue faces surveillance pricing accusations after a viral post claimed a $230 ticket increase. The airline denies using personal data to set fares. International Business Times UK · Apr 21
Airline industry faces a shakeup as jet fuel hits hard The competitive landscape for U.S. airlines is confronting seismic turbulence . Axios · Apr 18
A United American merger is by no means impossible given the president 'loves big deals' Answering five key questions about a blockbuster deal. Fortune · Apr 17
Airline mega-merger story is all about Trump Corporate America has concluded that antitrust approval now comes from the top. Axios · Apr 15
US Flight Cancellations and Delays Surge as Storms and Staffing Shortages Leave Passengers Trapped in Airports Flight cancellations and delays spread across the US, leaving passengers stranded amid weather disruption and operational pressure International Business Times UK · Apr 13
United Airlines Checked Bag Fee Hikes Kick in Today United joins other airlines in announcing higher baggage fees and other price hikes to offset rising jet fuel costs. Kiplinger · Apr 10
Dear United Airlines Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for April 21 United Airlines faces rising fuel and labor costs, but strong demand keeps bookings resilient. Barchart · Apr 8
Several US airlines raise baggage fees as Iran war sends fuel costs soaring Delta, United and JetBlue hiked rates even as Delta announced $1bn pre-tax profit in quarter ending June The Guardian - US · Apr 8
Iran War Is Driving Prices Up — But Companies May Be Quietly Pushing Them Higher Discover the economic impact of the Iran conflict on US jet fuel prices, with a 95% surge affecting airlines, consumers, and boosting defense contractor profits. Learn how rising oil prices lead to fuel surcharges and increased costs across the supply chain. International Business Times UK · Apr 7
Another US airline raises checked bag fees effective immediately A number of non-U.S. carriers have already added fuel surcharges The Independent UK · Apr 3
International Business Times · Apr 1 JetBlue Hikes Fees for Checked Baggage—How Much Do You Have to Pay Now? JetBlue has announced an increase in fees passengers must pay for checked baggage due to increasing operational costs.
The Independent UK · Mar 31 JetBlue raises its checked bag fees by as much as $9 as the Iran war affects fuel costs U.S. carrier JetBlue has raised its checked bag fees by as much as $9 as the war in the Middle East disrupts global oil supplies
The Independent UK · Mar 31 JetBlue is raising the price of checked bags by at least $4 as airline grapples with higher fuel costs The budget-friendly airline appears to be the first major U.S. carrier to hike baggage fees amidst the fallout from the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran — but it may not be the last
TechRadar · Mar 30 I just saw United Airlines big plans for the future and, yes, it wants to fly like Apple After testing United’s latest upgrades, from Starlink Wi-Fi to its new “Elevated” cabins, a clearer strategy emerges: a push toward a more connected, consistent airline experience that increasingly echoes Apple’s ecosystem approach ahead of its 100th year.
International Business Times · Mar 27 JetBlue Boosts Fort Lauderdale Operations With Extra Flights and Caribbean Service JetBlue expands Fort Lauderdale flights, adding new domestic and Caribbean routes this summer.
The Independent UK · Mar 26 The best US airlines for 2026 are revealed in prestigious industry rankings One accolade goes to a New York-headquartered carrier that’s ‘a preferred choice among passengers seeking a balance between cost and comfort’
MarketBeat · Mar 21 Travel Demand Soars Despite Fuel Costs—Are Airline Stocks a Buy? Airlines boost outlooks despite higher fuel costs as travel demand surges. Some stocks look attractive, but analysts remain mixed on which carriers to buy.
Tom’s Guide · Mar 17 TSA wait times — how to track delays at airports during the government shutdown The months-long government shutdown is deeply impacting TSA staffing levels, so security wait times are getting longer. Here's how to see how long you could be waiting.
International Business Times UK · Mar 13 BA Pilot Arrested for Secretly Recording and Posting Sexual Encounters With Stewardesses — Even From Rival Airlines An unnamed BA pilot is accused of secretly filming sex with at least 16 women, highlighting a wider pattern of pilots' sexual misconduct and failures to protect crew.
The Mary Sue · Mar 10 Man asks to get off JetBlue flight due to family emergency. But where’s his luggage?: ‘That is pretty scary’ A woman on TikTok says she experienced one of the most stressful moments she’s ever had on a flight after a passenger suddenly demanded to get off the plane moments before takeoff.
The Independent UK · Mar 10 All JetBlue flights grounded in US after request from airline The groundstop for all JetBlue flights was canceled within an hour